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Meo

Meo, officially known as MEO - Serviços de Comunicações e Multimédia, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Portugal. Established in 2006, Meo has rapidly evolved to become a key player in the Portuguese market, offering a comprehensive range of services including mobile and fixed telephony, broadband internet, and digital television. With a strong presence across the country, Meo distinguishes itself through its innovative technology and customer-centric approach. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the rollout of advanced fibre-optic networks, which enhance connectivity for both residential and business clients. Recognised for its commitment to quality and service excellence, Meo continues to solidify its position as a trusted brand in the telecommunications industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Meo's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

14

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

15

Industry Benchmark

Meo's score of 14 is lower than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Meo's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, MEO reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 11,405,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 23,954,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a commitment to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 70% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. In 2019, MEO's emissions were approximately 11,042,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 96,926,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, indicating a significant focus on reducing their carbon footprint. MEO also aims for 82% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2027. This initiative aligns with industry standards for climate action and demonstrates MEO's commitment to sustainable practices within its supply chain. Overall, MEO's targets are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C, showcasing their proactive approach to addressing climate change.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Meo's primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Meo is headquartered in PT, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Meo is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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